By Chinedum Treasure
Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi has dismissed insinuations alleging that his donations to schools and hospitals across the country have political undertone.
Obi made the clarification on Friday during his visit to The Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, along popular Basden Road in Orumba South Local Government Area of the state where he made a donation of N10million.
He said the gestures were purely humanitarian and voluntary targeted at improving quality of education and healthcare services in the state and country at large.
Obi said, “Health is critical and whenever the issue of health is mentioned, we all need to come together and support it.
“We’ll be giving an initial 10million and will follow it up soon. We’ll continue to do the right thing because I believe that for us to succeed, we must invest in critical areas of development of which the foundation is health.
“It’s when people are healthy that they can be productive. We need to keep replicating these things.
“This gesture is purely out of my volution. I’ve always supported good cause willingly. It has nothing to do with politics. Of course you know I’m not contesting any election in Anambra state.
“All the supports I’ve given to the faith-based organizations are yeilding results. They’ve been excellently committed to the project. I can assure you that you won’t recognize this place when next you visit.”
Expressing joy at contributing to project capable of enhancing access to quality healthcare for the people, Obi explained that his decision to support the Diocese was motivated by personal conviction that investing in healthcare remained one of the most meaningful ways to uplift society.
“Over the years, I have seen first-hand the transformative impact of projects executed by the faith-based organisations when given the right support.
“The Diocese of Amichi’s hospital facility, which I was privileged to support as Governor, has been turned around so remarkably that it now runs one of the best Schools of Nursing in Nigeria.
“I am confident that this facility at Isulo will follow the same path and become a beacon of hope for our people,” Obi stated.
On issue of insecurity in the country, Obi said, “We can’t live lives of fear or run away from our villages as a result of insecurity.
“That’s why we’re insisting on doing the right thing by investing in critical areas of health, education and pulling people out of poverty. The more you pull people out of poverty, the more you reduce criminality,” he added.
Responding, Chairman of the Aguata Diocesan Hospital Board and Archdeacon of Ezira Archdeaconry, Ven. Dr. Kamtochukwu Obi expressed gratitude for Obi’s continued commitment to projects that uplift humanity.
He assured that the Diocese would not only put the facility to optimal use but also ensure that it becomes a centre of excellence for healthcare delivery “for the benefit of humanity and to the greater glory of God.”
“The access road to the facility was originally constructed during Obi’s tenure as Governor to tell you his long-standing commitment to infrastructural and social development in the area.
“Our vision is to establish within this facility a School of Nursing, a School of Midwifery, and a School of Health Technology, thereby creating a hub for training future healthcare professionals and meeting the growing medical needs of our communities,” he said.
Accompanying Mr. Obi was Prof Stella Okunna, who described the initiative as a bold and visionary step towards addressing the nation’s healthcare challenges.
She commended both Obi and the Diocese for their dedication to projects that directly impact the lives of ordinary Nigerians, stressing that healthcare is one of the most critical investments any society can make.
Looking ahead, Dr. Obi announced that the Diocese plans to transform the Good Hope Specialist Hospital into a comprehensive health complex.
Chairman, medical board, Archdeacon, Ezira Archdeaconry, Aguata Diocese, in Orumba South
“This facility was put up by some individuals with vision to offer quality, affordable healthcare services to the people of the area.
“The Diocese however entered into negotiation with them to acquire the facility following their inability to manage it.
“This is meant to be a specialist hospital with emphasis on medicine , surgery, gynecology and pediatrics and other specialties as well as dental care session.
“We also want to put up school of nursing and midwifery and health technology to ensure the facility is maximally utilized.
He assured of security
He praised the benefactor, assuring that the donation will go long way to
Accidentally, the road leading to this hospital was built by him during his tenure as Governor.
If not for this road and other facilities he put in place, this area will not be accessible. We pray for continued maintenance of the road.
Peter Obi Donates ₦10 Million to Support Acquisition of Good Hope Specialist Hospital
In a major boost to healthcare development in Anambra State, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has donated ₦10 million to the Aguata Anglican Diocese to support the acquisition and revitalisation of the Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, strategically located along the well-known Basden Road.
Presenting the first tranche of his support on Friday – a cheque of ₦10 million – Mr. Obi expressed profound joy at contributing to a project that will enhance access to quality healthcare for the people. He noted that his decision to support the Diocese was motivated by his personal conviction that investing in healthcare is one of the most meaningful ways to uplift society.
“Over the years, I have seen first-hand the transformative impact of projects executed by the faith-based organisations when given the right support. The Diocese of Amichi’s hospital facility, which I was privileged to support as Governor, has been turned around so remarkably that it now runs one of the best Schools of Nursing in Nigeria. I am confident that this facility at Isulo will follow the same path and become a beacon of hope for our people,” Obi stated.
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Mr. Peter Obi(right) being conducted round Good Hope Specialist Hospital, Isulo, by Rev. Okonkwo(left) and Ven. Dr. M. C. Obi( middle). The hospital is being acquired by the Aguata Anglican Diocese.
